1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1489 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Durango |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 102 L |
